Comparison

Core Location and GPS Info vs BareGPS

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Core Location and GPS Info

View detailed, raw location data from your device. Compare information across different Apple devices and OS versions, ideal for developers building location-aware applications. Share your location details easily via email or message.

Highlights
  • Clear display of core location information
  • Raw value display without number formatting
  • Compare data across devices and OS versions
  • Configure CLLocationManager properties
  • Share location information via email/message
Features
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This app displays the core location information from your device in a clear easy to read display. It allows you to see the raw values without number formatting so you can compare the information displayed between iPhones, iPods and iPads and various OS versions which is useful if you are designing a location based app. Allows configuration of all the CLLocationManager properties including: - Desired Accuracy - Distance Filter - Activity Type - Pauses Automatically Share the location information via email or message.

About

BareGPS

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Overview BareGPS is a free field-use hiking-focused GPS tracker/recorder which allows caching of mapping to allow offgrid use. The app does not bundle area specific waypoints or waypoint collections, but allows import of these from third-party sources to suit your purpose and location. Menus • Search: Search local waypoints and the wider world. • About: shows this app guide and the app logo. • Settings: opens the settings menu. • Cache: saves and manages offline map areas. • GPX: manages recording and saved tracks. • Map Layer: switches the map layer. • Orientation: resets the map to north-up. • Recenter: returns the map to your current position. GPX Recording Metrics Grids In Settings, under Recording Display, you can choose between two metrics grids on the map. The options are a full metrics display with recording controls and a compact display, which is the default, without recording controls. Recording using full on-map grid When using the full grid, a long tap makes the grid active and usable for 20 seconds, after which it becomes inactive in order to prevent accidental operation. Recording using compact on-map grid Tap the GPX Recording button in the right column and a dialog including recording controls will open. Using Recording Controls Tap Start to begin recording, Stop to end the current track, Discard to throw away a recording you do not want to keep, and Save to keep it on the device. Location Permissions and Data BareGPS uses location access to show your position, and support map recentering and recording features. The app can record, with permission, while it is minimised, in the background or while your phone is locked. For this reason, we suggest choosing While Using the App and turning on Precise Location in Location Services. Location data is processed on device for map display and related features. The app does not require an account, and GPX files, created waypoints or any saved data stays in the app’s local storage unless you export it yourself. Safety BareGPS is a mapping tool, not a substitute for local judgment, route planning, or outdoor safety checks. Note that, for your own safety, you should not rely solely on this app, or any app, for your navigation and safety in the hills. Possession of a map and compass and/or a dedicated GPS unit, and the ability to use them correctly, is an essential precaution. While phones have improved immeasurably in recent years, shortcomings in battery life, waterproofing and signal mean they are not yet suitable as a sole navigation device in the hills. Your safety is your responsibility. Take that responsibility seriously. Private Land Respect property boundaries, access restrictions, and local signage. If a route crosses private land or a restricted area, use lawful access only and choose an alternative route when needed. Credits AppsbyOnzy@gmail.com. • Map rendering: MapLibre Native. • Topographic maps: Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors; DEM: SRTM, Sonny; map style © OpenTopoMap (CC-BY-SA). • OpenStreetmaps: © OpenStreetMap contributors. • Satellite maps: Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics, USDA, and USGS.

Screenshots

Core Location and GPS Info1 screens
BareGPS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: BareGPS at every 3 months against Core Location and GPS Info's every 14 months. Core Location and GPS Info's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.2). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Core Location and GPS Info ships an update every 14 months, BareGPS every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Core Location and GPS Info versus BareGPS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCore Location and GPS InfoBareGPS
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 14 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size0 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMalcolm HallDavid Owens

In-app purchases

None

Core Location and GPS Info

No in-app purchases

None

BareGPS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Core Location and GPS Info free?
Core Location and GPS Info is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BareGPS free?
BareGPS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Core Location and GPS Info or BareGPS have ads?
Neither Core Location and GPS Info nor BareGPS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Core Location and GPS Info or BareGPS?
Core Location and GPS Info ships an update every 14 months, and BareGPS every 3 months. Most recently, Core Location and GPS Info was updated on November 1, 2026 and BareGPS on October 25, 2026.

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